“Even though our son is no longer a kid, Raising Special Kids is still our go-to resource for helpful referrals, services and workshops, especially the Quick Connect Facebook series,” Ellen said. “We plan to have a lifelong relationship with RSK!”
Veronica voiced her concerns with the school, but still needed advice and direction on how to advocate for her son’s needs.
Maria credits Raising Special Kids with helping her gain the calm she needed to face unknown diagnoses and helping her stay focused on Manuel’s abilities and skills rather than his challenges.
When Hope Dobbins found herself in the Ability 360 building for a therapy evaluation for her son Cheston, she decided …
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“I feel fortunate that my background as a special education teacher provided me with knowledge of the special education process and my rights. But, coming into IEP meetings as a parent– it’s very different.”
“Even before his diagnosis, I knew something was going on with him. Little did I know, our lives were going to change forever.”
“I don’t know how the heck I survived,” Lynn said about receiving Zane’s diagnosis just after her daughter was born. Lynn recalled the relief she felt in speaking to another parent who served as her mentor, and from the resources and training she received.
Samantha and her husband did not know their 7-month old son had swallowed a small toy. Nor were they prepared …
Tory did not know what to do about her son’s difficulties at school. She knew Chris was smart, but each …